Welcome back to The Business Spotlight Show—where we highlight standout businesses making a meaningful impact in their communities and industries.
Today, we’re taking a closer look at a truly unique and progressive school that’s redefining education in Los Angeles—Argo Navis School.
Argo Navis isn’t your typical private school. Founded by Ryanne Plaisance and Paul Conway, this independent institution was built with a vision—to create a learning environment where curiosity, creativity, and real-world experiences drive education.
Serving students from preschool through 8th grade, Argo Navis offers something extraordinary: project-based learning, weekly field trips, individualized instruction, and even programs in oceanography, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy.
Yes—you heard that right. Students at Argo Navis are learning to scuba dive, manage money, and solve real-world problems—all before high school.
So what’s the secret sauce?
Small class sizes, a 7-to-1 student-teacher ratio, and a commitment to hands-on learning that keeps kids engaged, challenged, and inspired. And it’s not just academics. Argo Navis nurtures the whole child—supporting emotional intelligence, personal interests, and even serving daily meals from a fully vegetarian kitchen.
But like any bold, outside-the-box initiative, Argo Navis has faced challenges. From zoning battles to community misinformation campaigns, their Playa Vista campus is now set to close. But rather than retreat, they’re evolving—shifting toward a new City Campus model that brings education into the real world, across Los Angeles.
They’re doubling down on their mission: to create empowered, emotionally intelligent learners who are ready to shape the future.
If you’re a parent in Los Angeles looking for more than just test scores and textbooks—if you’re looking for an educational experience that’s meaningful, immersive, and designed around your child’s unique gifts—Argo Navis might just be the school you’ve been waiting for.
To learn more, visit their website at https://www.theargoschool.com/
This has been another feature from The Business Spotlight Show, where we shine a light on businesses—and schools—doing incredible things.
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